This week, we're taking a rockin’ ride back in time with Ron “Bad Ron” Scott of Four Star Combo — a high-octane band known for reviving the spirit of 1950s rockabilly and honky tonk with a modern twist. Guest host Mark Blacksten from ACNB Bank sits down with Ron to talk vintage vibes, upright bass slaps, international releases, and what it means to keep roots music alive in 2025.

From classic influences like Elvis and Jerry Lee Lewis to one-take recordings and vintage amps, Four Star Combo brings authenticity and energy to every show. You’ll also hear about their upcoming Alive @ Five setlist, what fuels their style, and how they get audiences on their feet with every performance.

Stick around after the interview to hear a special clip of their song “Wait a Minute Baby.”

Don’t miss Four Star Combo live at Alive @ Five this Thursday!

Presented by:
ACNB Bank – Proud to support community events that bring people together.
Downtown Frederick Partnership – Learn more about the Alive @ Five series and everything happening downtown.

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This week on Backstage Pass to Alive @ Five, host Asa Weeks sits down with Frederick’s own hip-hop visionary, Ahzay, and dives into the heart and soul behind his music and band, Ahzay & The Squad. Together, they explore Ahzay’s deep roots in Frederick, the power of storytelling through music, and what it means to headline Alive @ Five on Juneteenth—a celebration of culture, community, and connection.

From heartfelt tributes to family, to the artistry behind his six-minute opus Vinyl Candle Thoughts, Ahzay shares the inspiration behind his most personal tracks and the upcoming release of his brand-new album. Plus, get to know the full Squad and hear how their on-stage synergy creates an unforgettable live experience.

Featured Tracks: “Scoreboard” and “Wave Now” (feat. Stitch Early)
Don’t miss Ahzay & The Squad live on Thursday, June 19 at Alive @ Five—a can't-miss Juneteenth performance!

Learn more at downtownfrederick.org/aliveatfive
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On this episode of Backstage Pass to Alive @ Five, host Jade Dunhour sits down with Nick Fry and the Sons of Thunder—a Frederick-based band blending folk, soul, and pop into heartfelt, resonant soundscapes. Nick and Ryan chat about the band’s origin, their deeply personal songwriting, and how their music honors family, community, and local history. From lap steel solos to saxophone cameos and handmade merch, this group brings authenticity and energy to every note.

Tune in for behind-the-scenes stories, rapid-fire fun, and a moving performance of their original song "Day the Steel Mill Closed." Plus, hear how their connection to Frederick shapes their music and why playing Alive @ Five means so much to them.

Brought to you by Downtown Frederick Partnership

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See you on the creek!